novel coronavirus pandemic continues, an announcement that was pushed up following a deadly sword attack in the province’s capital that killed two and left five injured.Junior Health Minister Lionel Carmant, who announced the initiative Monday, said the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis has been hard on Quebecers as they make efforts to curb the spread of the virus and face restrictions.“We are taking this issue seriously,” he said.Yet, Carmant maintained there is no mental health crisis in Quebec as he did last week when unveiling a plan to support the province’s youth.“The situation is worrisome, but I think it’s under control,” he told reporters. “That’s why I avoided the term crisis.” Quebec boosts mental health funding for youth,.